Case Study: Panorama A Record Sale with Vision, Strategy, and Precision at 76-881 N. Pueo Place Just Sold | Iolani | $3.1M — Highest Price-Per-Square-Foot Ever in the Community VISION Maximize value and maintain control for a modern ocean-view home during a shifting market. When the owners of “Panorama,” a 2018-built contemporary home with sweeping […]
Why do we Stand With Compass? What the Zillow Lawsuit Means for You as a Seller. On June 30th Zillow started the so called ZILLOW BAN. Zillow will bar noncompliant listings from appearing on Zillow.com and Zillow Group-owned Trulia.com. Redfin also followed. As a luxury real estate advisors here in Hawaii, one of the most […]
The Kailua Kona real estate market continues to perform steadily this summer, with the single family home segment leading the way. Meanwhile, the condominium market is showing signs of normalization as inventory levels return to pre-pandemic levels. Here’s a breakdown of the latest market data, how it compares to national trends, and what it means […]
Every year, beach lovers across the U.S. tune in to see who tops the list. Since 1991, Dr. Beach – a.k.a. Dr. Stephen Leatherman -has ranked the top 10 beaches in the country based on water quality, sand softness, safety, and environmental stewardship. His 2025 list just became public, and while Cooper’s Beach in Southampton, […]
SOLD on June 19, 2025. This was classic case of good market knowledge, disclosure strategy and Compass magic all coming together. More to follow with new case study blog soon. The Panorama – What Is the Perfect Elevation? After more than 35 years of combined experience selling homes in Kona, Emil and I can confidently […]
Luxury Living Meets Unmatched Investment Opportunity at Ke Alohi Kai We’re excited to share more about our newest listing in Ke Alohi Kai, an exclusive oceanfront community in Kailua-Kona! Imagine waking up in a private, gated enclave where the sound of waves sets the rhythm of your days, and the ocean is just steps away. With […]
Every year, Golf Digest publishes its list of Hawaii’s top 20 golf courses. *Drum roll….* Once again, Nanea Golf Club on the Big Island has claimed the coveted No.1 spot, a position it’s held since 2013! I recently had the rare opportunity to play there, and I have to say, Nanea definitely deserves the top […]
A Journey of Connection, Collaboration, and Compass Culture Traveling from the Big Island to Denver isn’t exactly a hop and a skip. It’s an investment in time, effort, and ultimately, in connection and community. Fortunately, United Airlines made it easy with a red-eye direct from Kona to Denver. We decided to splurge a bit with […]
,Tucked into the cool hillsides of Hualālai, just shy of 1,300 feet above the Kona Coast, lies a rare opportunity to create something truly extraordinary. Lot 24 in Makalei Estates is more than vacant land, it’s a 3 acre blank canvas with the perfect elevation, peaceful privacy, and potential to craft your dream estate among […]
Every spring, I leave Hawaii and cross the Pacific Ocean to attend a gathering that recharges, realigns, and reaffirms my purpose in luxury real estate. This year was no exception. Eighteen hours door-to-door from Kona to Palm Beach, Florida, and I’d do it all over again. This marked my fourth RGC, and every time I […]
The Kailua Kona real estate market continues to experience notable shifts as we move into the summer season. June’s data shows diverging trends between single family homes and condominiums, with inventory levels climbing and demand softening across both sectors. Here’s a detailed look at what’s happening on the ground: Single-Family Home Market Holds Steady, But […]
